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DEEP SEA ELECTRONICS PLC
DSE8810 Colour Autostart
Load Share Controller
PC Software Manual
Document Number 057-164
Author: Fady Atallah
8810 Colour Autostart Load Share Controller PC Software Manual Issue 2

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  • Page 1 DEEP SEA ELECTRONICS PLC DSE8810 Colour Autostart Load Share Controller PC Software Manual Document Number 057-164 Author: Fady Atallah 8810 Colour Autostart Load Share Controller PC Software Manual Issue 2...
  • Page 2 The DSE logo is a UK registered trademarks of Deep Sea Electronics PLC. Any reference to trademarked product names used within this publication is owned by their respective companies. Deep Sea Electronics Plc reserves the right to change the contents of this document without prior notice. Amendments List Issue...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    8810 Colour Autostart Load Share Controller PC Software Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS BIBLIOGRAPHY ....................6 DESCRIPTION ....................6 INSTALLATION AND USING THE DSE CONFIGURATION SUITE ....6 EDIT CONFIG ....................7 SCREEN LAYOUT ..........................7 MODULE ............................8 4.2.1 MODULE OPTIONS ............................9 4.2.2 EVENT LOG ..............................
  • Page 4 8810 Colour Autostart Load Share Controller PC Software Manual 4.8.6 CRANKING ..............................74 4.8.7 SPEED SETTINGS ............................75 4.8.8 PLANT BATTERY ............................76 4.8.9 INLET TEMPERATURE ..........................77 COMMUNICATIONS ........................78 4.9.1 COMMUNICATION OPTIONS........................78 4.9.2 RS232 PORT ..............................79 4.9.2.1 BASIC ....................................
  • Page 5 8810 Colour Autostart Load Share Controller PC Software Manual 5.16.1 RECALIBRATE TRANSDUCERS ......................138 5.16.3 EXPANSION CALIBRATION ......................... 139 5.16.4 HOURS RUN AND NUMBER OF STARTS .................... 139 5.16.5 TIME ............................... 139 5.16.6 ACCUMULATED INSTRUMENTATION ....................140 5.16.7 MAINTENANCE ALARM RESET ......................141 5.16.8 MODULE PIN ............................

  • Page 6: Bibliography

    Contact Designations. Published by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers 2 DESCRIPTION This manual covers the operation of the DSE Configuration Suite for DSE8810 Colour Autostart Load Share Controller. Separate manuals cover the remaining DSE modules supported by the software.

  • Page 7: Edit Config

    Edit Configuration 4 EDIT CONFIG This menu allows module configuration, to change the function of Inputs, Outputs and LED’s, system timers and level settings to suit a particular application. 4.1 SCREEN LAYOUT Move to the The type of Previous or Next configuration configuration page file being edited...

  • Page 8: Module

    Edit Configuration 4.2 MODULE The module page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. This section allows the user to change the options related to the module itself.

  • Page 9: Module Options

    Edit Configuration 4.2.1 MODULE OPTIONS Free entry boxes to allow the user to give the configuration file a description. Typically this is used to Allows the user to enter the job number, customer select the function name, engineers name etc. of the modules user configurable LED indicators.

  • Page 10: Event Log

    Edit Configuration 4.2.2 EVENT LOG 4.2.2.1 DISPLAY OPTIONS The module display option allows the operator to choose between `Date and Time` or `Engine Hours` displayed on the bottom of the screen. 4.2.2.2 LOGGING OPTIONS The event log can be configured to allow users to select which events are stored. Instructs the module to If a GSM modem is log this type of alarm...

  • Page 11: Data Logging

    Edit Configuration 4.2.3 DATA LOGGING The Data Logging page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. 4.2.3.1 CONFIGURATION Select the logging interval of the data. Select the instrument / item to be logged. Twenty (20) selection points are possible.

  • Page 12: Application

    Edit Configuration 4.3 APPLICATION Allows selection of the Engine type being used (ie Conventional Diesel Engine, Gas Engine or Electronic Engine) Configuration of the CAN data fail alarm, providing protection against the failure of the engine ECU data link. Enable Auto Voltage Sensing to automatically select the module configuration from available ‘alternative...

  • Page 13: Ecu (Ecm) Options

    Edit Configuration 4.3.1 ECU (ECM) OPTIONS Parameter Description Engine type Select the engine type appropriate to your system Conventional Engine: Select this if you have a traditional (non ECU) engine, either Energise to Run or Energise to Stop. Conventional Gas Engine: Select this if you have a traditional (non ECU) engine and require GAS engine functionality.

  • Page 14: Can Data Fail Alarm

    None : Should communications from the engine ECU not be present, no action is taken. The DSE8810 series module ignores shutdown messages from the engine ECU leaving these to be handled by the engine ECU. The DSE module continues to provide protection on any...

  • Page 15: Inputs

    Edit Configuration 4.4 INPUTS The inputs page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. 4.4.1 OIL PRESSURE If an engine ECU is selected, this instructs the module to bypass ECU data for oil pressure reading. Select the sensor type Click to edit the...

  • Page 16: Coolant Temperature

    Edit Configuration 4.4.2 COOLANT TEMPERATURE 4.4.2.1 COOLANT TEMPERATURE ALARMS If an engine ECU is selected, this instructs the module to bypass ECU data for oil pressure reading. Select the sensor type Click to edit the ‘sensor curve’. See section entitled Editing the sensor curve.

  • Page 17: Coolant Temperature Control

    Edit Configuration 4.4.2.2 COOLANT TEMPERATURE CONTROL The Coolant temperature control settings provide for control of coolant heaters / coolers using the Coolant Temperature Sensor as the control input. Outputs should be configured to Coolant Cooler Control and/or Coolant Heater Control to achieve this. Enable or disable the feature.

  • Page 18: Fuel Level

    Edit Configuration 4.4.3 FUEL LEVEL The fuel level page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. 4.4.3.1 FUEL LEVEL ALARM Select the sensor type Click to edit the ‘sensor curve’. See section entitled Editing the sensor curve.

  • Page 19: Fuel Level Control

    Edit Configuration 4.4.3.2 FUEL LEVEL CONTROL Hint : Set an output to “Fuel pump control’. This can be used to transfer fuel from a bulk tank to the day tank, for example. Click and drag to change the settings Fuel Level Options Fuel Pump Control If enabled, allows the module to control an external fuel pump to transfer fuel from a bulk tank to the generator set’s day tank.

  • Page 20: Flexible Sensor

    Edit Configuration 4.4.4 FLEXIBLE SENSOR The following screen shot shows the configuration when set for Temperature Sensor. When set to other Sensor Type, consult the relevant manual section for details (Digital inputs, Oil Pressure input etc) Select the sensor type Click to edit the ‘sensor curve’.

  • Page 21: Editing The Sensor Curves

    Edit Configuration 4.4.5 EDITING THE SENSOR CURVES While the configuration suite holds sensor specification for the most commonly used resistive sensors, occasionally it is required that the module be connected to a sensor not listed by the configuration suite. To aid this process, a sensor editor has been provided.

  • Page 22: Digital Inputs

    Edit Configuration 4.4.6 DIGITAL INPUTS The digital inputs page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. Input function. See section entitled Input functions for details of all available functions As this example shows a predefined function, these parameters are greyed out as they are not applicable...

  • Page 23: Digital Input Functions

    Edit Configuration 4.4.7 DIGITAL INPUT FUNCTIONS Where a digital input is NOT configured as “user configured”, a selection can be made from a list of predefined functions. The selections are as follows: Under the scope of IEEE 37.2, function numbers can also be used to represent functions in microprocessor devices and software programs.
  • Page 24 Edit Configuration Function Description Droop enable This input is used to switch the engine into droop mode on CAN engines that support this function. Duty Select This input is used to force the appropriate set to become the duty set IEEE 37.2 - 10 Unit sequence when using a load demand scheme.
  • Page 25 Edit Configuration Function Description Low Fuel Level Switch A digital normally open or closed fuel level switch gives this input. It allows fuel level detection using the switch and the analogue input to be used in parallel to give protection or to be used for fuel level indication only.
  • Page 26 Edit Configuration Function Description Simulate Lamp test \ Alarm This input is used to provide a test facility for the front panel indicators Mute Button fitted to the module. When the input is activated all LED’s should illuminate. The input also serves a second function, in that it also provides a mute signal to silence the audible alarm.

  • Page 27: Outputs

    Edit Configuration 4.5 OUTPUTS 4.5.1 DIGITAL OUTPUTS These are greyed out as they are fixed, not adjustable unless a CAN Select if the relay is to engine has been energise or de-energise selected upon activation of the Select what the source output is to be used to control...

  • Page 28: Virtual Leds

    Edit Configuration 4.5.2 VIRTUAL LEDS Allows the configuration of ‘status’ items. These items are not available for viewing on the module itself but can be seen in the SCADA section of the PC software, or read by third party systems (i.e. BMS or PLCs) using the Modbus protocol.

  • Page 29: Output Sources

    Edit Configuration 4.5.3 OUTPUT SOURCES The list of output sources available for configuration of the module relay outputs also applies to the LED configuration and expansion relay outputs. Under the scope of IEEE 37.2, function numbers can also be used to represent functions in microprocessor devices and software programs.
  • Page 30 Edit Configuration Output source Activates… Is not active…. Bus Live This output indicates that a voltage has been detected on the bus. Once the voltage on the bus is detected above the “Dead bus relay setting”, it will no longer be considered a ‘dead-bus’ and the generator will need to synchronise in order to get onto the bus.
  • Page 31 Edit Configuration Output source Activates… Is not active…. Common Alarm Active when one or more alarms (of any The output is inactive when no IEEE 37.2 – 74 alarm relay type) are active alarms are present Common Electrical Trip Active when one or more Electrical trip The output is inactive when no IEEE 37.2 –...
  • Page 32 Edit Configuration Output source Activates… Is not active…. Flexible Sensor x (pre) alarm Indicates that the respective flexible sensor alarm is active. Fuel Pump Control Becomes active when the Fuel level falls If the output is already active it will IEEE 37.2 –...
  • Page 33 Edit Configuration Output source Activates… Is not active…. Generator Under Frequency Active when the generator falls below Inactive when the low frequency Warning/ Shutdown Pre-Alarm / Alarm The set is stopped • IEEE 37.2 – 81 frequency relay setting During starting sequence before the safety delay time has expired.
  • Page 34 Edit Configuration Output source Activates… Is not active…. Low Oil Pressure Alarm Active when the Oil Pressure falls Inactive when IEEE 37.2 - 63 pressure switch below the Low Oil Pressure Alarm The set is stopped • setting During starting sequence before •...
  • Page 35 Edit Configuration Output source Activates… Is not active…. Over Current IDMT Alarm Active when an overcurrent condition has caused the Overcurrent IDMT alarm IEEE 37.2 – 51 ac time overcurrent to trigger relay Over Current Immediate Warning Active when an overcurrent condition exceeds the Overcurrent alarm Trip IEEE 37.2 –...
  • Page 36 Edit Configuration Output source Activates… Is not active…. Remote Start Off Load This output indicates that a digital input that has been configured as ‘Remote Start off load’ is active. This output could be used to pass the remote start signal on to elsewhere in the control system.
  • Page 37 Edit Configuration Output source Activates… Is not active…. Starting Alarm This output is used to supply an external sounder with a signal that the engine is about to start. The output will be active AFTER the start delay time, during the pre heat delay (if used) and will continue until the set starts.
  • Page 38 Edit Configuration Output source Activates… Is not active…. Voltage Lower Relay Used when the internal relays scheme of AVR control is used. This output can be used to drive a motorised potentiometer or Voltage Lower input of an AVR Voltage Raise Relay Used when the internal relays scheme of AVR control is used.

  • Page 39: Timers

    Edit Configuration 4.6 TIMERS Many timers are associated with alarms. Where this occurs, the timer for the alarm is located on the same page as the alarm setting. Timers not associated with an alarm are located on the timers page. The timers page is subdivided into smaller sections.
  • Page 40 Edit Configuration Timer Description Pre-heat Give a ‘pre start’ time during which the Preheat output and Starting alarm will become active (if configured) Pre-heat bypass Should the set be stopped, the Pre-heat bypass timer begins. Should the set be called to start again, before the timer expires, the pre-heat sequence is bypassed as heating is not required since the set is still warm after the last run.

  • Page 41: Load / Stopping Timers

    Edit Configuration 4.6.2 LOAD / STOPPING TIMERS Click and drag to change the setting. Timers increment in steps of 1second up to one minute, then in steps of 30 seconds up to 30 minutes, then in steps of 30 minutes thereafter (where allowed by the limits of the timer).

  • Page 42: Generator

    Edit Configuration 4.7 GENERATOR The generator page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. Click to enable or disable the feature. 4.7.1 GENERATOR OPTIONS The relevant values below appear greyed out if the feature is disabled. Select your AC system.

  • Page 43: Generator Contactor Alarm

    Edit Configuration Parameter Description = There is no alternator in the system, it is an engine only application Alternator fitted = An alternator is fitted to the engine, it is a generator application. Poles The number of poles on the alternator VT Fitted = The voltage sensing to the controller is direct from the alternator = The voltage sensing to the controller is via Voltage Transformers (VTs or PTs)

  • Page 44: Generator Voltage Alarms

    Edit Configuration Click to enable or disable the alarms. 4.7.2 GENERATOR VOLTAGE ALARMS The relevant values below appear greyed out if the alarm is disabled. Type the value or click the up Select the type of and down alarm required. arrows to For details of these, change the...

  • Page 45: Generator Frequency Alarms

    Edit Configuration 4.7.3 GENERATOR FREQUENCY ALARMS Click to enable or disable the alarms. The relevant values below appear greyed out if the alarm is disabled. Type the value or click the up and down arrows to Click and drag to change the change the setting.

  • Page 46: Generator Current

    Edit Configuration 4.7.4 GENERATOR CURRENT The Generator Current page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. 4.7.4.1 GENERATOR CURRENT OPTIONS Timer Description CT Primary Primary rating of the Current Transformers CT Secondary Secondary rating of the Current Transformers Full Load Rating Full load rating (100% rating) of the generator Earth CT Primary...
  • Page 47 Edit Configuration Overcurrent Alarm The overcurrent alarm combines a simple warning trip level combined with a fully functioning IDMT curve for thermal protection. Immediate warning IEEE 37.2 -50 instantaneous overcurrent relay If the current exceeds the Trip level the Immediate Warning activates. IDMT Alarm IEEE 37.2 -51 AC time overcurrent relay (shutdown / electrical trip) If the IDMT Alarm is enabled, the DSE controller begins following the IDMT ‘curve’.
  • Page 48 Edit Configuration...
  • Page 49 Edit Configuration Creating an Excel spreadsheet of the IDMT curve. T = t / ( ( I ) – 1 ) The formula used: Can be simplified for addition into a spreadsheet. This can be useful for ‘trying out’ deferring values of t (Time Multiplier) and viewing the results, without actually testing this on the engine.

  • Page 50: Short Circuit

    Edit Configuration 4.7.4.3 SHORT CIRCUIT IEEE 37.2 -51 AC time overcurrent relay (shutdown / electrical trip) For overload conditions caused by a short circuit, the overcurrent alarm is not fast enough to protect the system. The Short Circuit alarm performs this protection. If the Short Circuit alarm is enabled, and the current is excessive, the DSE controller begins following the IDMT ‘curve’.

  • Page 51: Negative Phase Sequence

    Edit Configuration 4.7.4.4 NEGATIVE PHASE SEQUENCE (Negative Sequence Current / Unbalanced Load) Unbalanced loads cause negative sequence current in the alternator stator. These currents cause harmonics which can eventually lead to overheating and melting of the rotor. An unbalanced load is however, permissible within limits.

  • Page 52: Earth Fault

    Edit Configuration 4.7.4.5 EARTH FAULT IEEE 37.2 -51 AC time overcurrent relay (shutdown / electrical trip) When the module is suitably connected using the ‘Earth Fault CT’. The module measures Earth Fault and can optionally be configured to generate an alarm condition when a specified level is surpassed. If the Earth Fault alarm is enabled, the DSE8600 Series controller begins following the IDMT ‘curve’.

  • Page 53: Generator Power

    Edit Configuration 4.7.5 GENERATOR POWER The Power page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. 4.7.5.1 OVERLOAD PROTECTION Overload protection is a subpage of the Generator Power page. Click to enable or disable the option. The relevant values below will appear greyed out if the...

  • Page 54: Load Control

    Edit Configuration 4.7.5.2 LOAD CONTROL Click to enable or disable the option. The relevant values below will appear greyed out if the feature is disabled. Click to enable or disable the option. The relevant values below will appear greyed out if the feature is disabled.

  • Page 55: Reverse Power

    Edit Configuration Setting Description Load Shedding Control Provides control of configurable outputs set to Load shedding control. = Load Shedding Control is disabled. = The module will monitor the load and control any outputs configured to Load Shedding Control (1-5) Outputs in Scheme: The number of outputs (max 5) that will be included in the function.

  • Page 56: Mains Decoupling

    (mechanical failure, rotating diode failure, overloaded cables, pole slip etc) Mains decoupling is not available on DSE8810 unless a digital input is configured to Mains Parallel Mode. When not configured for this option, the parameters appear greyed out.
  • Page 57 Edit Configuration Parameter Function Alarm action Used to select what happens when a Mains Decoupling trip is detected : Electrical Trip – The generator load switch is opened and the set is allowed to perform a cooling run before being stopped. Auxiliary mains fail –...

  • Page 58: Synchronising

    Edit Configuration 4.7.7 SYNCHRONISING The Synchronising page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. 4.7.7.1 SYNC OPTIONS Click to enable the module internal synchroniser. Governor interface method AVR Interface method Parameters detailed overleaf...
  • Page 59 Edit Configuration Governor IEEE 37.2 -90 regulating device These settings configure the method of interface between the DSE controller and the engine speed governor. Parameter Description Governor Interface Internal Relays –The governor or motorised potentiometer is controlled by the DSE modules’ own internal relays. NOTE: It will be necessary to configure two of the module relays to provide the required ‘Speed raise’...
  • Page 60 AVR and no control over voltage matching or VAr sharing will be made. Internal Relays – The AVR or motorised potentiometer is controlled by the DSE8810 modules own internal relays. NOTE: It will be necessary to configure two of the module relays to provide the required ‘Voltage raise’...

  • Page 61: Check Sync

    Edit Configuration 4.7.7.2 CHECK SYNC Parameter Description Check Sync During the synchronising process, the controller will adjust the frequency of the generator to closely match the existing bus. Typically the oncoming set will be adjusted to be 0.1Hz faster than the existing supply. This causes the phase of the two supplies to change continuously.

  • Page 62: Msc Link

    Edit Configuration 4.7.7.3 MSC LINK Action upon MSC Link Failure Action to take when the MSC alarm is disabled by digital input Action to take when the number of modules active on the MSC link is lower than the Minimum modules on comms link setting NOTE: The MSC Link Alarms can be disabled by a digital input configured to MSC Alarms Inhibit if required.

  • Page 63: Load Control

    Edit Configuration 4.7.7.4 LOAD CONTROL Soft transfer Description When either of the load sharing modes are When either of the load sharing modes are selected (see below), the controller will selected (see below), the controller will perform a ‘soft’ load transfer when taking up perform a ‘soft’...
  • Page 64 Disabled: No load sharing will take place. IEEE 37.2 -90 Regulating device Load Share (DSE8810 only): The load will be shared between all the sets in the system. KW fixed export: The generator will export a fixed amount of active (kW) power.
  • Page 65 Edit Configuration LOAD DEMAND Item Function Starting options Used to configure how the load demand scheme will operate upon start-up. Start all sets initially: Upon activation of the load demand scheme, all sets in the system will start up and parallel onto the generator bus. Then they will stop / start according to load demands.

  • Page 66: Avr

    Edit Configuration Item Function Load level for more sets to run: The load level at which the DSE controller Calling for more sets decides that additional generating set capacity is required to supply power to the load. Once this load level is exceeded, the next highest priority set in the sequence (determined using the Genset Run Priority) will begin its start delay timer.

  • Page 67: Bus

    Edit Configuration 4.7.8 BUS Phase rotation cannot be disabled. This is fixed to enable if synchronising is enabled. It can only be disabled when synchronising is disabled on the Sync Options page.

  • Page 68: Engine

    Edit Configuration 4.8 ENGINE The engine page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. This item is not 4.8.1 ENGINE OPTIONS adjustable here, it’s read only. To change this item, visit the Module | Application menu. Click to enable or disable the option.

  • Page 69: Sensing Options

    Edit Configuration 4.8.1.1 SENSING OPTIONS Parameter Description Disable ECM = An ECM is fitted to the DSE module and being used for speed sensing. Speed Sensing = An ECM is fitted to the DSE module but another form of speed sensing fitted to the DSE module is being used.

  • Page 70: Can Options

    Edit Configuration 4.8.2 CAN OPTIONS When enabled, DSE module counts Engine Run Hours. When disabled, Engine ECU provides Run Hours. When enabled, DSE module periodically ‘powers up’ the engine ECU when the engine is stopped. This can be utilised to provide coolant temperature measurement when the engine is stopped.

  • Page 71: Can Alarms

    Edit Configuration 4.8.3 CAN ALARMS The CAN alarms page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. 4.8.3.1 CAN DATA FAIL Configuration of the CAN data fail alarm providing protection against the failure of the engine ECU data link.

  • Page 72: Advanced

    Edit Configuration 4.8.3.3 ADVANCED Allows configuration of selected additional CAN messages from the engine ECU...

  • Page 73: Gas Engine Options

    Edit Configuration 4.8.5 GAS ENGINE OPTIONS Controls the amount of time that the Gas Choke output will be active during the starting sequence. Controls the amount of time between energising the Gas Ignition and Controls the amount of time energising the Fuel between de-energising the output.

  • Page 74: Cranking

    Edit Configuration 4.8.6 CRANKING Crank disconnect settings are used to detect when the set fires during the starting sequence. As the set is cranked, the first parameter that passes it’s crank disconnect setting will result in the cessation of the cranking signal. Having more than one crank disconnect source allows for a much faster crank disconnect response leading to less wear on the engine and starter components, and provides added safety in case one source is lost, by a blown or tripped fuse for example.

  • Page 75: Speed Settings

    Edit Configuration 4.8.7 SPEED SETTINGS Click to enable or disable the option. The relevant values below will appear Select the type of greyed out if the alarm required. alarm is disabled. For details of these, see the section entitled Alarm Types elsewhere in this document.

  • Page 76: Plant Battery

    Edit Configuration Click to enable or disable the option. The relevant values 4.8.8 PLANT BATTERY below will appear greyed out if the alarm is disabled. Click and drag to change the setting. Type the value or click the up and down arrows to change the settings...

  • Page 77: Inlet Temperature

    Edit Configuration 4.8.9 INLET TEMPERATURE Provides inlet temperature alarms when the module is used in conjunction with electronic (ECU) engines that support the reading of inlet temperature If a supported ECU engine is not selected on the Application page of the configuration, the whole page is greyed out and cannot be enabled.

  • Page 78: Communications

    Edit Configuration 4.9 COMMUNICATIONS 4.9.1 COMMUNICATION OPTIONS Provides means of giving the control an identity name. This is used in the SCADA section to allow the operator to see the site name and genset identity that is currently connected to the SCADA. As this could be a remote module connected over modem or Ethernet connection this is a very useful feature.

  • Page 79: Rs232 Port

    Edit Configuration 4.9.2 RS232 PORT 4.9.2.1 BASIC Modbus Slave ID Baud rate adjustable from 1200-115200 Selects how the port is to be used Select for GSM These items are modem type greyed out until a relevant option in Port Usage is selected. Sends extended instrumentation with the Alarm code...
  • Page 80 Edit Configuration MODEM SETTINGS Timer Description Alarm Number The phone number that the module will dial upon an alarm condition. This number must be connected to a PC modem on a PC running the Configuration Suite Software. GSM Modem = The connected modem is a fixed line telephone modem = The connected modem is a GSM (cellular) modem.

  • Page 81: Advanced

    Edit Configuration 4.9.2.2 ADVANCED Modem initialisation strings. These set up the modem to perform the functions required. INITIALISATION STRINGS The initialisation strings are commands that are sent to the modem upon powering up the DSE module and additionally at regular intervals subsequently, whenever the DSE module initialises (resets) the modem. Factory set initialisation strings Setting Description...
  • Page 82 Edit Configuration Wavecom Fastrak Supreme GSM Modem initialisation strings When connected to the Wavecom Fastrak Supreme GSM modem, the initialisation strings must be altered by changing the factory set &D3 to &D2. Setting Description &D2 Hang up on DTR-drop (required for Wavecom Fastrak Supreme) &D3 Reset on DTR-drop (DSE factory settings)

  • Page 83: Sms Control

    Edit Configuration 4.9.2.3 SMS CONTROL Tick to enable the commands that can be implemented upon receiving a SMS message The SMS commands listed below. Timer Code Description Remote Start off load If this input is active, operation will be similar to the ‘Remote Start on load’...

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting Modem Communications

    Edit Configuration 4.9.3 TROUBLESHOOTING MODEM COMMUNICATIONS 4.9.3.1 MODEM COMMUNICATION SPEED SETTING First ensure the modem is set to communication with the DSE module at 9600 baud – Modems supplied by DSE are factory adjusted to operate with the DSE module. Only modems purchased from a third party may require adjustment.

  • Page 85: Rs485

    Edit Configuration 4.9.4 RS485 The module has two RS485 ports, each port can be used individually. 4.9.4.1 RS485 PORT1 Modbus Slave ID Baud rate adjustable from 1200-115200 Timer Description Master inactivity timeout The module looks by default at the USB port for communications. When activity is detected on the RS232 or RS485 port, the module switches to look at the relevant port for further data.

  • Page 86: Ethernet Port

    This means that only a single, unique IP address is required to represent an entire group of computers. For our DSE8810 application, this means that the WAN IP address of the modem/router is the IP address we need to access the site from an external (internet) location.

  • Page 87: Scheduler

    Edit Configuration 4.10 SCHEDULER The Exercise Scheduler is used to give up to 16 scheduled runs. This run schedule is configurable to repeat every 7 days (weekly) or every 28 days (monthly). The run can be on load or off load. Click to enable or disable the option.

  • Page 88: Maintenance Alarm

    Edit Configuration 4.11 MAINTENANCE ALARM Three maintenance alarms are available to provide maintenance schedules to the end user. For instance Maintenance Alarm 1 can be used for an oil change schedule, Maintenance Alarm 2 for a battery change schedule etc. Click to enable or disable the option.

  • Page 89: Alternative Configurations

    DSE8810 module Fascia Editor • • Via external signal to DSE8810 module input configured to “Alt Config x” select. Auto Voltage Sensing. Whereby during the starting sequence, the AC system, voltage and frequency • of the connected supply is monitored. The module selects the most appropriate configuration (alternative 1, 2 or 3 or the main configuration) to suit the connected supply.

  • Page 90: Example Of Usage

    Edit Configuration 4.12.3 EXAMPLE OF USAGE The DSE module contains a configuration file, holding the settings for inputs, outputs, timers, voltage and frequency trip points etc. This is called the ‘main configuration’. Additionally ‘alternative configuration’ files are present, holding a subset of the main configuration file. This allows another collection of settings for items such as voltage and frequency trip points.

  • Page 91: Using The Alternative Configuration To Handle Speed Change

    Configuration Suite Software (Selection for ‘Default Configuration) • DSE8810 module Fascia Editor Via external signal to DSE8810 module input configured to “Alt Config x” select. • Auto Voltage Sensing. Whereby during the starting sequence, the AC system, voltage and frequency •...

  • Page 92: Expansion

    Edit Configuration 4.13 EXPANSION The Expansion page is subdivided into smaller sections. page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. Select the required section with the mouse. See overleaf for description of the different expansion modules See overleaf for description of the different expansion modules.

  • Page 93: Dse2130 Input Modules

    Edit Configuration 4.13.1 DSE2130 INPUT MODULES Select the DSENet ID of the input expansion you wish to configure. The ID of the expansion input module is set by rotary decimal switch accessible under the removable cover of the device. The following is then shown: Click to enable or disable the option.

  • Page 94: Analogue Inputs (E-H)

    Edit Configuration 4.13.1.2 ANALOGUE INPUTS (E-H) Configure the sensor type. Select Digital Input to use the analogue input as a digital input Depending upon your selection above, either the Analogue Input or Digital Input configuration screen is shown Used as an Analogue Input Edit the sensor curve if required.

  • Page 95: Dse2131 Ratiometric Expansion Input Module

    Edit Configuration 4.13.2 DSE2131 RATIOMETRIC DSE2131 RATIOMETRIC EXPANSION INPUT MODULE Select the DSENet ID of the input expansion you wish to configure. The ID of the expansion input module is Select the DSENet ID of the input expansion you wish to configure. The ID of the expansion input module is Select the DSENet ID of the input expansion you wish to configure.
  • Page 96 Edit Configuration Depending upon your selection of Sensor Type, one of the following configuration screens are shown : Used as a Digital Input Select the required function of the input and whether it is open or close to activate. Select the required alarm type of the input and when it is active.
  • Page 97 Edit Configuration The following screen shot shows the configuration when set for Temperature Sensor. When set to other Sensor Type, consult the relevant manual section for details (Digital inputs, Oil Pressure input etc) Select the Click to edit the sensor type ‘sensor curve’.

  • Page 98: Editing The Sensor Curves

    Edit Configuration 4.13.2.1 EDITING THE SENSOR CURVES Click Interpolate then select two points as prompted to draw a straight line between Click and drag the them. points on the graphs to change the settings Click CANCEL to ignore and lose any changes you have made Click OK to accept...

  • Page 99: Dse2133 Rtd / Thermocouple Input Module

    Edit Configuration 4.13.3 DSE2133 RTD / THERMOCOUPLE INPUT MODULE Select the DSENet ID of the input expansion you wish to configure. The ID of the expansion input module is set by rotary decimal switch accessible under the removable cover of the device. The following is then shown: Click to enable or disable the option.
  • Page 100 Edit Configuration Increases temperature alarms to 1300 deg C Choose between Type J or Type K thermocouples or RTD (PT100) Set the alarm trip points if required.

  • Page 101: Dse2152 Analogue Output Module

    Edit Configuration 4.13.4 DSE2152 ANALOGUE OUTPUT MODULE Select the DSENet ID of the output expansion you wish to configure. The ID of the expansion output module is set by rotary decimal switch accessible under the removable cover of the device. The following is then shown: Click to enable or disable the option.

  • Page 102: Editing The Output Curve

    Edit Configuration 4.13.4.1 EDITING THE OUTPUT CURVE Show and hide the knee point (middle point) of the output curve Choose the x axis Click and drag the points on the start and end points graphs to change the settings. In this example 0 Hz –...

  • Page 103: Dse2157 Relay Modules

    Edit Configuration 4.13.5 DSE2157 RELAY MODULES Select the DSENet ID of the relay expansion you wish to configure. The ID of the relay board is set by rotary decimal switch accessible under the removable cover of the device. The following is then shown: Click to enable or disable the option.

  • Page 104: Dse2548 Led Expansion

    Edit Configuration 4.13.7 DSE2548 LED EXPANSION Select the DSENet ID of the LED expansion you wish to configure. The ID of the Annunciator is set by rotary decimal switch accessible on the back of the device. The following is then shown: Click to enable or disable the option.

  • Page 105: Advanced

    Edit Configuration 4.14 ADVANCED These settings are provided for advanced users only. Take care when changing these options and ensure you fully understand the consequences of any change made.

  • Page 106: Advanced Options

    Edit Configuration 4.14.1 ADVANCED OPTIONS 4.14.1.1 PROTECTIONS This feature is provided to assist the system designer in meeting specifications for “Warning only”, “Protections Disabled”, “Run to Destruction”, “War mode” or other similar wording. WARNING! Enabling this feature will prevent the set being stopped upon critical alarm conditions.

  • Page 107: Out Of Sync

    Edit Configuration 4.14.1.2 OUT OF SYNC During parallel operation, the phase of both supplies is monitored. Being in parallel means that this phase angle is zero degrees (0º). If the angle exceeds the Out of Sync Angle for longer than the duration of the Out of Sync Timer, an electrical trip alarm is generated taking the set off load and into the cooling timer, after which the set is stopped.

  • Page 108: Plc Logic

    Edit Configuration 4.14.2 PLC LOGIC PLC Logic adds comprehensive PLC functionality to the DSE controller. PLC Logic adds comprehensive PLC functionality to the DSE controller. This is an advanced section, used entirely at your This is an advanced section, used entirely at your own risk. 4.14.2.1 MENU PLC Logic Conditions PLC Logic Actions...

  • Page 109: Flags

    Edit Configuration 4.14.2.2 FLAGS A flag is set when a condition within the DSE controller is met. For instance, if the module is in Auto Mode an internal flag is set. This flag is exposed as an output source when configuring module outputs and LEDs. In addition to internal flags, a further forty (40) custom flags are available (named PLC Flag 1-40).

  • Page 110: Counters

    Edit Configuration 4.14.2.4 COUNTERS The PLC logic section contains ten (10) user counters for use in the ladder. A counter is configured by clicking in the menu bar. The ‘Edit counter limits’ window appears. Click and drag to change the setting, or press keyboard left and right arrow keys to change by small amounts.

  • Page 111: Plc Functions

    Edit Configuration 4.14.2.5 PLC FUNCTIONS PLC Functions allow the PLC logic to create alarm conditions or drive ‘virtual inputs’ on the controller. A PLC function is configured in the same way as a module digital input: Predefined Functions Function. See section entitled Input functions for details of all available functions As this example shows a...
  • Page 112 Edit Configuration User Defined alarms Configures when the input is active: Never, always, active from starting, active from the end of the safety timer Example of a user configured input Close or open to activate This is the text that will be displayed on the module screen Select the type of...

  • Page 113: Creating And Editing Rungs

    Edit Configuration 4.14.2.6 CREATING AND EDITING RUNGS EDITING RUNGS Click a symbol in the tool bar and drag it to the bar Click a symbol in the tool bar and drag it to the bar ( ) to • create the first rung in your ladder. create the first rung in your ladder.

  • Page 114: Conditions

    Edit Configuration 4.14.2.7 CONDITIONS Conditions Test flag (for instance : test module inputs, test for certain condition) Test an instrumentation value Test a counter Test a timer Test for a specific time period in the day...
  • Page 115 Edit Configuration Conditions Test for a certain day Test for a certain week Test for a certain month Test for a module button press...

  • Page 116: Actions

    Edit Configuration 4.14.2.8 ACTIONS Actions Set a PLC flag (Set to 1) Reset a PLC flag (Set to 0) Toggle a flag (swap 0/1 or 1/0) Drive a flag (automatically clears when the condition is false) Increment a counter Decrement a counter Set a counter to zero Start a timer...
  • Page 117 Edit Configuration Actions Drive a PLC function Write a value to a Gencomm register Reset an alarm...

  • Page 118: Examples

    Edit Configuration 4.14.2.9 EXAMPLES AUTO MUTE after 30 seconds and provide a manual mute function using Digital Input C. PLC Function 1 configured to Alarm Mute. Digital Input C configured to Indication. This input will be checked for by the PLC logic. Descriptive text placed in the “LCD Display”...

  • Page 119: Configurable Gencomm

    Edit Configuration 4.14.3 CONFIGURABLE GENCOMM PAGES For advanced Modbus users of the controller, configurable Gencomm pages are available. The intention is to allow the user to create personal collections of data in subsequent registers to minimise the number of modbus reads required by the master, and hence speed up data collection. The configurable modbus pages are : Page Hex address...

  • Page 120: Scada

    Scada 5 SCADA SCADA stands for Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition and is provided both as a service tool and also as a means of monitoring / controlling the generator set. As a service tool, the SCADA pages is to check the operation of the controller’s inputs and outputs as well as checking the generators operating parameters.

  • Page 121: Generator Identity

    Scada 5.1 GENERATOR IDENTITY Shows the module’s current settings for Site ID and genset ID. This information is particularly helpful when the current connection is made remotely by modem or internet for example or when the connected set is one of a number of sets on an RS485 data link. 5.2 MIMIC This screen provides a mimic of the control module and allows the operator to change the control mode of the module.

  • Page 122: Languages

    Scada 5.3 LANGUAGES Select new language Click to send the new language to the module 5.4 DIGITAL INPUTS Shows if the input channel is active or not. This input is closed and is active. The input is configured to be close to activate State of the input (open or closed to battery negative)

  • Page 123: Digital Outputs

    Scada 5.5 DIGITAL OUTPUTS State of the output (open or closed) Shows if the output channel is active or not. This output is closed but is active. The output is configured to be Open Gen Output. As the relay is normally closed (N/C) and the Close Generator source is not present, the relay is activated to open the N/C relay.

  • Page 124: Virtual Leds

    Scada 5.6 VIRTUAL LEDS Shows the state of the virtual LEDs. These LEDs are not fitted to the module or expansion modules, they are not physical LEDs. They are provided to show status and appear only in the SCADA section of the configuration suite, or can be read by third party PLC or Building Management Systems (for example) using the modbus RTU protocol.

  • Page 125: Generator

    Scada 5.8 GENERATOR The Generator page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. 5.8.1 FREQUENCY, VOLTAGES AND CURRENT Shows the module measurements of the generator supply.

  • Page 126: Power

    Scada 5.8.2 POWER Shows the module measurements of the supply power.

  • Page 127: Multiset

    Scada 5.8.3 MULTISET NOTE: These settings are not stored in the module configuration. They are stored in a different memory area and not transferred with the configuration. The Clone Module feature transfers both the configuration AND the settings of the Multiset, Governor/AVR interface and the Sync page. The number of modules currently connected to the MSC link Each controller connected to the MSC link...

  • Page 128: Governor/Avr Interface

    AND the settings of the Multiset, Governor/AVR interface and the Sync page. SW1 and SW2 are the configurable settings for the analogue governor output and analogue AVR output included on the DSE8810 controller. As the input requirements of governors and AVRs vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, and even from model to model, the DSE module is configurable to allow connection to many devices.

  • Page 129: Settings

    Scada 5.8.4.3 SETTINGS SW1 setting ‘centre’ voltage of SW2 setting Voltage range of analogue output analogue output ±0.5V 0.5V ±1.0V 1.0V ±1.5V 1.5V ±2.0V 2.0V ±2.5V 2.5V ±3.0V 3.0V ±3.5V 3.5V ±4.0V 4.0V ±4.5V 4.5V ±5.0V Typical wiring diagrams and SW1/SW2 selector settings for many of the most popular governors are included within the DSE guide to synchronising and Load Sharing (Part2).

  • Page 130: Sync

    Scada 5.8.5 SYNC NOTE: These settings are not stored in the module configuration. They are stored in a different memory area and not transferred with the configuration. The Clone Module feature transfers both the configuration AND the settings of the Multiset, Governor/AVR interface and the Sync page. Control loop settings for frequency synchroniser Control loop settings for voltage matching Control loop settings for kW load control...

  • Page 131: Adjusting Gain And Stability

    Scada 5.8.5.1 ADJUSTING GAIN AND STABILITY Initial Setup Typically the DSE factory settings are suitable for most systems. However occasionally it may be necessary to adjust them, but only after checking the gain and stability settings of the speed governor/AVR. Start with gain and stability at the minimum settings.

  • Page 132: Engine

    Scada 5.9 ENGINE Shows the module measurements of the engine parameters. 5.10 FLEXIBLE SENSOR Shows the measurement of the Flexible Sensor (If configured)

  • Page 133: Alarms

    Scada 5.11 ALARMS Shows any present alarm conditions. For a description of the different alarm types, see the section entitled Alarm Types elsewhere in this manual.

  • Page 134: Status

    Scada 5.12 STATUS Shows the module’s current status.

  • Page 135: Event Log

    Scada 5.13 EVENT LOG Shows the contents of the module event log. Click to print the Click to save the log to Click to save the an Excel or csv file for log to a pdf use in an external (Adobe Acrobat) spreadsheet program file...

  • Page 136: Enhanced Canbus

    Scada 5.14 ENHANCED CANBUS If the module is connected to a compatible electronic engine, the following information is read from the ECU (if supported by the engine ECU).

  • Page 137: Remote Control

    Scada 5.15 REMOTE CONTROL The remote control section of the SCADA section is used for monitoring and control of module ‘remote control’ sources. Any of the module outputs, expansion outputs, LED indicators, or remote Annunciator LEDs can be configured to Remote Control 1-10. This output source is energised/de-energised by click the respective check box as shown below in the Activate column below.

  • Page 138: Maintenance

    SCADA 5.16 MAINTENANCE The Maintenance section is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse. 5.16.1 RECALIBRATE TRANSDUCERS This section allows the analogue sensor inputs to be calibrated to remove inaccuracies caused by the tolerance of the sensor devices. The engine can be running when the instruments are calibrated and reference should be made to a third party accurate sensing device to ensure accurate recalibration.

  • Page 139: Expansion Calibration

    Scada 5.16.3 EXPANSION CALIBRATION This section allows the analogue sensor inputs of the DSE2130 input expansion modules to be calibrated to remove inaccuracies caused by the tolerance of the sensor devices. The engine can be running when the instruments are calibrated and reference should be made to a third party accurate sensing device to ensure accurate recalibration.

  • Page 140: Accumulated Instrumentation

    Scada 5.16.6 ACCUMULATED INSTRUMENTATION Allows the user to view or change the module’s accumulated instrumentation. Display of the Type the new module’s value or click current value the up and for the down arrows to parameter change the settings Click Set to adjust the module to the selected value...

  • Page 141: Maintenance Alarm Reset

    Scada 5.16.7 MAINTENANCE ALARM RESET Three maintenance alarms active in the control module. Each is reset individually; only one alarm is shown below for clarity. Reset the maintenance alarm based upon the module’s configuration.

  • Page 142: Module Pin

    Scada 5.16.8 MODULE PIN NOTE: If the PIN is lost of forgotten, it will not be possible to access the module! Allows a PIN (Personal Identification Number) to be set in the controller. This PIN must be entered to either access the front panel configuration editor or before a configuration file can be sent to the controller from the PC software.

  • Page 143: Plc

    Scada 5.17 PLC Allows monitoring of the PLC functions within the controller. Green highlighting shows the condition is True. Live timer and counter display subject to the speed of update over the communications link Flag State – Clear means the flag is not set.

  • Page 144: Communications Information

    Scada 5.19 COMMUNICATIONS INFORMATION Shows the module’s communication ports settings.

  • Page 145: Datalog

    Scada 5.20 DATALOG Allows viewing of the module datalog (if configured). Navigation sliders Zoom slider The data is automatically collated and presented in the graphs. For example Voltages are Selects the timescale of the displayed in the same graph, but displayed graphs.

  • Page 146: Data Log Status

    Scada 5.20.1 DATA LOG STATUS Shows the memory status of the data log allocated space.

  • Page 147: Alarm Types

    Alarm Types 6 ALARM TYPES The protection included with the DSE control modules provides increasing levels of notification, depending upon the severity of the situation: Alarm type Description Indication No audible alarm or common warning signal occurs. Indication alarms are only used to illuminate indicators or to activate outputs. Warning Audible alarm and common alarm signal is generated.
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